OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Space Astrophysics & Exoplanetary Science
Doctoral research conducted with Mt Kent Observatory analyzing exoplanet discoveries, stellar magnetic activity, and robotic telescope control in partnership with NASA.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Honours degree Class 1 or Master of Science in Physics/Astronomy
- English language proficiency
- 6.5 overall (no individual band below 6.0)
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated skills in astronomical photometry, spectroscopy, or stellar astrophysics
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Centre for Astrophysics PhD stipend ($34,000 AUD/year) + NASA Kepler/TESS collaboration budget
- Application fee
- $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full fee offset for scholarship recipients
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 31, 2027 (Mid-year entry)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Southern Queensland documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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